CANDIDATE PROFILE PROVOST/VICE PRESIDENT FOR ACADEMIC SERVICES
Rassoul Dastmozd, Ph. D.
EDUCATION
Doctor of Philosophy
Colorado State University, Fort Collins
Major: Education & Human Resources –
Community College Leadership
Master of Science
Drake University, Iowa
Major: Educational Administration
Bachelor of Engineering Technology
Southwest State University, Minnesota
Major: Engineering Technology
EXPERIENCE
Vice President of Instruction (VPI)
2006 – Present
Clark College, Vancouver, Washington
As the Vice President of Instruction (VPI) of Clark College since 2006, my
responsibilities include the planning, coordinating, the evaluation of instructional
systems and processes, budgets, and facility resources for the entire institution.
Areas governed by Instruction are comprised of five academic divisions, the
Library Services and eLearning, Workforce Education and Economic
Development, Adult/Basic Education/ESL and Adult Literacy, and the
Teaching/Learning Center at the main campus, as well as three College satellite
centers. The annual budget for Instruction is $39.8 Million. Five academic
Deans, one Associate Dean, two Directors, two Associate Directors, one Budget
Analyst, and one Executive Assistant report to the VPI at Clark. The VPI’s
position is the second in command position in the President’s absence.
Dean, Applied Technologies Division
1999 – 2006
Eastern Iowa Community College District
Expanded Programs
Department Chair
1991 – 1999
Indian Hills Community College, Iowa
Coordinator
1993 – 1999
St. Ambrose University MBA Program, Iowa
Title (III) Grant Activity Director
1992 – 1995
TEACHING EXPERIENCE
Advanced Technology Instructor
1985 – 1991
Indian Hills Community College, Iowa
PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITIES
PanIIT U. S. A. Steering Committee Member
2006 – Present
Clark College
The Executive Cabinet
Instructional Council
Clark College Council (CCC)
Clark College Foundation Fund Allocations Committee
Curriculum Committee
Professional Placement and Advancement Committee (PPAC)
Teaching and Learning Center Steering Committee
AACC MENTORLINK Project
Community
Columbia Springs Environmental Education Center (CSEEC) Board
Technology Transformation Taskforce (TTT)
PROFILE STATEMENT PROVIDED BY CANDIDATE
An energetic, dedicated, and outcome oriented person whose efforts in being a successful
educator have been recognized and rewarded by the college community at Clark College. An
effective organizer who can plan and execute strategic and operational plans; a knowledgeable
individual who possesses fiscal and asset management skills. A servant leader who is supportive
of a teaching/learning college and who advocates for the integration of technology and best
practices in teaching and learning. A passionate advocate who is committed to the mission of the
comprehensive community college and students’ success. A tireless leader who promotes
faculty empowerment in decision making and governance of the College and demonstrates
empathy for students. A true champion of the College who fosters a positive work environment,
promotes ambassadorship of the College in the community, and is willing to accept challenging
duties.